What Women Are

By Sarah Denny Lorio

What Women Are is a podcast that celebrates the hidden strength and beauty of the many "ordinary" women of the world. Dr. Sarah Denny Lorio, a bioethicist focusing in women's health, welcomes women of... more

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How many episodes does What Women Are have?

The podcast currently has 18 episodes available.

What Women Are episodes:

January 23, 2025 6: Deepening the Pro-Life Conversation – Truly Seeing Women
In this ever-important bonus episode, Ali Dazzio helps us understand more deeply the hard realities facing women in crisis pregnancies by explaining an essential part of this question: How does abortion affect a woman from within her person? As Ali explains, the truth must always be accompanied by love in any discussions we have about abortion, and this discussion does just that.
I invite you to join me as I listen to Ali Dazzio share about understanding the psychological impact of abortion on women, the need for compassion and understanding in pro-life discussions, and the ever-essential truth that God's mercy is available for those who have experienced abortion.
If you want to understand better how and why we need more compassion in addressing abortion and the long-term effects it has on women, then this episode is for you. More than anything, it is important that we together find a way to create safe spaces for healing and support for the many women and men who are in crisis or have experienced the pain of abortion. Every story matters.

Woman's New Life Clinic (Episode Sponsor): https://womansnewlife.com/

What Women Are Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/whatwomenareofficial/

What Women Are Show Notes:
https://www.whatwomenare.com/podcast/episode006
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58min
January 16, 2025 5: Real Life - Being Faithful to Each Unique Season
In this first episode of a two-part conversation, Alison Dazzio shares her journey of faith, motherhood, and her experiences in the working world.
As she honestly reflects on her experiences as a young woman navigating relationships, desires, and the challenges of being a mother, Ali emphasizes the importance of honesty in relationships, the struggle of finding one's identity, and the beauty of the often hidden years spent in motherhood. She also discusses her transition back to the working world and gives us an authentic example of how women’s roles are multi-faceted.
For any woman out there who is trying to figure out where she is called to offer her gifts, Ali’s life testifies to the fact that we must NOT box women into being one way or the other. Whether you are a stay-at-home mom, a full-time working woman, or everything in between, this episode gives witness to the fact that each woman’s unique call is dependent upon her life circumstances and very real needs. If you want to be encouraged in the reality that your unique call to holiness as a daughter, a sister, a friend, a wife, and a mother is about being faithful to your one real life in front of you, then this episode is for you.
Some nuggets of wisdom to take away from this episode:
• Honesty in relationships is crucial for growth and understanding.
• Our desires can align with God's will if we are open to His guidance. Do not assume that He wants the opposite of your desires!!
• The hidden years of motherhood are formative and should be treasured.
• Finding one's identity is a lifelong journey, especially in marriage.
• It is important to be honest with oneself and with God.
• The transition back to work can be both a calling and a challenge.
• God's love is central to understanding our purpose and identity.

What Women Are Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatwomenareofficial/
Show Notes and Guest Bio:
https://www.whatwomenare.com/podcast/episode005
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37min
January 09, 20254: The Gift of You Being You
Do you need a refreshing take on habits with this new year? If so, please join me and Sr. Tracey Dugas, FSP, as we discuss the importance of understanding spiritual concepts like Acedia (spiritual sloth; apathy), the role of hope in overcoming challenges, and the integration of habits into daily life.
If you need a bit of encouragement or a helpful reminder of the importance of self-care, then this conversation is for you. Sr. Tracey shares here the power of living with purpose amidst pain and the profound impact we can have, even when our only gift is that of simply being present to those around us.
Some goodies to take away from this episode…
New habits can be spiritually and emotionally transformative.

Acedia represents a spiritual sadness that can hinder our growth.

Hope is essential in overcoming feelings of inadequacy.

Integrating habits into daily life requires intentionality and self-awareness.

Finding beauty in small moments can nourish the soul.

Self-care is crucial for being present to others.

Living with purpose can help navigate through pain and challenges.

The quality of our gifts to others is influenced by our self-care practices.

Being present to ourselves allows us to better serve others.

Every act of love, no matter how small, is a powerful gift.

What Women Are Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/whatwomenareofficial/
What Women Are Show Notes:
https://www.whatwomenare.com/podcast/episode004
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38min
December 26, 2024 3: Allowing Wisdom to Speak Over Us
Do you feel like you need to find simple ways to slow down a bit during this holiday season? If so, please join me and Sr. Tracey Dugas, FSP, as we discuss together the significance of acknowledging our emotions and embracing tenderness, especially during the holiday season.
If you need a bit of encouragement or a helpful reminder for expressing some self-compassion, then this conversation is for you. In this episode, Sr. Tracey shares the power of prayer, particularly through the Psalms, and reminds us why it is important to let Wisdom speak over us as we grapple with the changes and demands of daily life.
What Women Are Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/whatwomenareofficial/⁠⁠
What Women Are Show Notes: ⁠https://www.whatwomenare.com/podcast/episode003
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34min
December 19, 2024 2: Prayer–Searching for the Grace
In this conversation, Katie Ibarra continues to share on the theme of joy amidst suffering while also highlighting the importance of passion and the power of prayer. Through her experience as a trained spiritual director, Katie shares tangible tools and a simple how-to, whether you are just beginning to pray or are experiencing dryness and need encouragement.
If you are looking for ways to remain present during the holiday season, then this episode is for you. Here, Katie confirms the significance of teaching children about prayer while emphasizing the role of vulnerability in deepening our own relationship with God. This conversation emphasizes how joy can be found even in suffering, how passion is a gift that fuels our lives, and how presence is crucial during the holiday season. Whether preparing for Christmas or tuning in during another time of the year, this episode makes clear for all of us the importance of learning to embrace the childlike wonder of faith.
Sarah's Be a Heart Referral Code: ⁠https://tinyurl.com/bddm9dfj⁠
What Women Are Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/whatwomenareofficial/⁠
What Women Are Show Notes: https://www.whatwomenare.com/podcast/episode002
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55min
December 12, 2024 1: The Courage to Stay Open
Join me in this episode as I sit and learn from my dear friend, Katie Ibarra. As she shares her profound journey of faith, motherhood, and deeply personal loss, I know that you will be as edified as I was.
In this episode, Katie discusses how she met her husband, her experiences as a FOCUS missionary, the challenges of discerning what she wanted to do with her life, and the importance of relationships. Katie beautifully opens up about her struggles with health issues, the pain of losing children through both miscarriage and stillbirth, and the transformative power of suffering.
More than anything, Katie emphasizes the significance of being open to God and to the gifts of life that surround us in the everyday. She also encourages women to embrace the joy that comes from sharing one's story with others.
If you’ve ever struggled to remain open to love or life because of deep suffering and loss, then this episode is for you! You are not alone, and I know this conversation will help put words to your own unique life experiences. Katie’s story is one of profound hope and joy, so please come and sit with me as I lean in and listen to the gifts and wisdom she has to share with us.
Sarah's Be a Heart Referral Code: https://tinyurl.com/bddm9dfj
What Women Are Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatwomenareofficial/
What Women Are Show Notes: https://www.whatwomenare.com/podcast/episode001
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1h 18min
December 12, 2024 Introduction
Welcome to the What Women Are podcast! Start here and tune in as I share with you about who I am, my vision for this podcast, and why this podcast is a fruit of my own story.
What Women Are Website: https://www.whatwomenare.com/
What Women Are Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatwomenareofficial/
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10min
November 07, 2024 Your Personal Invitation
Welcome to the What Women Are Podcast! Please enjoy this trailer, which offers a little peek into the inspiration behind these episodes. Indeed, we have been created for such a time as this. So let's highlight together the beauty of all women while rejoicing in the unique gifts of each.
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3min

FAQs about What Women Are:

How many episodes does What Women Are have?

The podcast currently has 18 episodes available.